Best Telugu Drama Movies: 50 Picks Ranked by Rating
54 Telugu drama movies are in our database; this page shows the top 50. They are ranked by IMDb rating where available, otherwise by TMDB user rating (20+ votes); titles without enough ratings come last. The highest rated is Jersey (2019) at 8.1/10 on TMDB. The newest is Ranabaali, released 15 October 2026. Average runtime: 162 minutes. 50 titles are streaming in India right now, across Netflix (26), Amazon Prime Video (16), Amazon Prime Video with Ads (16).
Jersey (2019)
Watch onZee5, Sun Nxt, VI movies and tv, JioHotstar
Fans of character-driven sports dramas and Nani's performances.
Hi Nanna (2023)
Watch onNetflix
Families and fans of emotional Telugu dramas who appreciate a father-daughter story.
Sita Ramam (2022)
Watch onAmazon Prime Video, MX Player, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, JioHotstar
Fans of romantic dramas with a historical twist and those who enjoy dual-timeline stories.
RRR (2022)
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Viewers who enjoy long, action-packed historical dramas with a large ensemble cast.
Lucky Baskhar (2024)
Watch onNetflix
Fans of character-driven crime thrillers who enjoy watching a middle-class protagonist navigate sudden wealth and its consequences.
Bāhubali: The Beginning (2015)
Watch onNetflix, Sony Liv, JioHotstar
Fans of action-dramas who enjoy epic-scale storytelling and are ready for a two-part saga.
Mahanati (2018)
Watch onAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Viewers interested in biographical dramas and the history of Telugu cinema, especially fans of Savitri and the film's cast.
Nuvvu Naaku Nachav (2001)
Watch onVI movies and tv, JioHotstar
Fans of Telugu romantic dramas and family comedies who enjoy a leisurely 180-minute narrative.
Court: State vs. A Nobody (2025)
Watch onNetflix
Viewers who enjoy grounded Telugu courtroom dramas with a strong central performance and a focus on justice.
Aravinda Sametha... Veera Raghava (2018)
Watch onZee5, VI movies and tv, JioHotstar
Fans of Telugu action-dramas with strong family themes and N.T. Rama Rao Jr.'s performances.
Eega (2012)
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Fans of genre-blending fantasy action comedies with a revenge twist.
Chatrapathi (2005)
Watch onAmazon Prime Video, VI movies and tv, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, JioHotstar
Fans of Telugu action dramas and those interested in early Prabhas–Rajamouli collaborations.
Devara: Part 1 (2024)
Watch onNetflix
Fans of Telugu action dramas and N.T. Rama Rao Jr. who enjoy long, intense village-crime stories with a generational conflict.
Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire (2023)
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Action and crime-drama viewers who enjoy long, large-scale rivalry stories and the Prabhas-Prithviraj pairing.
Pushpa: The Rise (2021)
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Fans of Telugu action dramas and thriller-driven stories centred on a rising underdog.
Maa Inti Bangaram (2026)
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Fans of Telugu action thrillers with strong female leads and emotional depth.
Kuberaa (2025)
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Telugu crime-thriller fans who enjoy long, star-led dramas about money, power and a man on the run.
Irumudi (2026)
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Telugu drama-thriller fans who like a father-daughter story mixed with action and a spiritual countdown.
Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020)
Watch onSun Nxt, Goldmines Play Amazon Channel
Families and fans of Allu Arjun looking for a entertaining mix of action, comedy, and drama.
Bāhubali: The Epic (2025)
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Fans of epic action-dramas who appreciate long-form storytelling and ensemble casts.
Kalki 2898-AD (2024)
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Fans of dystopian science fiction and Indian mythological fantasy who enjoy long, spectacle-driven narratives.
Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy (2019)
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Fans of historical epics and Telugu cinema who appreciate large-scale war dramas.
Pushpa 2 - The Rule (2024)
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Fans of action-packed dramas and the Pushpa franchise who appreciate a long, intense cinematic experience.
Kingdom (2025)
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Fans of action-packed thrillers with emotional family drama, especially those who enjoy spy narratives and the star power of Vijay Deverakonda and Satyadev.
Peddi (2026)
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Fans of Ram Charan and Telugu action-dramas who don't mind a long runtime.
Daaku Maharaaj (2025)
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Fans of Telugu action-crime thrillers who enjoy intense, violent stories with a protector at the center.
Waltair Veerayya (2023)
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Fans of Telugu action dramas and star-led masala entertainers.
Radhe Shyam (2022)
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Romance-drama fans who enjoy star-crossed love stories with an astrological twist and top-billed Telugu stars.
Kushi (2023)
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Fans of Telugu romantic comedies and family dramas who enjoy star-led entertainers.
The Paradise (2026)
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Fans of intense action dramas with social themes and those interested in Nani's performances.
Ranabaali (2026)
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Fans of historical action dramas and Vijay Deverakonda who appreciate period settings and colonial-era conflict.
Shambo Shiva Shambo (2010)
Watch onSun Nxt, VI movies and tv
Telugu action-drama viewers who like friendship-driven stories about loyalty and sacrifice.
Sathi Leelavathi (2026)
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Viewers who enjoy relationship dramas with a mix of comedy and romance, especially those interested in stories about modern marriage dynamics.
Bommana Brothers Chandana Sisters (2008)
Watch onSun Nxt
Fans of Telugu comedy-dramas who enjoy con-artist plots and ensemble casts.
Epic - First Semester (2026)
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Telugu romance drama fans who like character-led stories about students finding connection far from home.
Lenin (2026)
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Viewers who enjoy intense village-set action dramas with a romantic thread and a strong ensemble cast.
Solo (2011)
Watch onaha, VI movies and tv, JioHotstar
Telugu romance-drama fans who enjoy family-centered love stories with a strong father-daughter subplot.
MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi (2018)
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Fans of Telugu action dramas and Nandamuri Kalyanram who enjoy a mix of politics, comedy, and romance.
Biker (2026)
Watch onNetflix
Families and fans of sports dramas who enjoy father-son conflict set against motocross competition.
Deewana (2026)
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Fans of grounded Telugu romance dramas who appreciate character-driven stories.
Nagabandham: The Secret Treasure (2026)
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Fans of Telugu fantasy-action dramas who enjoy mythic relic quests and long, world-building narratives.
Euphoria (2026)
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Viewers who prefer serious Telugu social dramas about a family's fight for justice.
Sing Geetham (2026)
Watch onNetflix
Families and viewers who enjoy music-filled village dramas with a mix of comedy and reflection.
Rao Bahadur (2026)
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Fans of psychological fantasy-dramas and Telugu cinema who enjoy atmospheric, character-driven mysteries.
Couple Friendly (2026)
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Telugu-speaking viewers who enjoy grounded romance dramas about young couples navigating city life and career pressures.
(MAD)² (2025)
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Fans of the MAD films and Telugu buddy comedies who enjoy a light mix of drama and romance.
Andhra King Taluka (2025)
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Telugu-speaking viewers who enjoy emotional dramas about fandom, family and identity, and who are fans of Ram Pothineni or Upendra.
Champion (2025)
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Viewers who enjoy serious historical dramas with a personal journey set against conflict, and fans of Telugu cinema looking for a cast-led story.
Hey Balwanth (2026)
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Telugu comedy-drama viewers who like a light family-and-romance premise.
Sampradayaini Suppini Suddapusaani (2026)
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Telugu comedy-drama fans who enjoy family ensembles caught in messy situations.
Ratings and streaming availability for India, updated weekly. Streaming data by JustWatch.